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Is It Normal for the Nostrils to Appear Bigger After Septorhinoplasy?

asked 7 months ago by sporty7 in nottinghamshire
Latest answer by Robert Kotler, MD
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Tags: nostrils, 1 week post-op

I has septorhinoplasty 4 days ago and I have noticed that both nostrils now appear much larger than they were is this normal

1 answer to Is It Normal for the Nostrils to Appear Bigger After Septorhinoplasy?

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After septorhinoplasty: on the 4th day, I would expect the nostrils to be swollen and dilated

Do not worry! No nose was ever at its best -- or represents the final result -- at four days after rhinoplasty surgery. I am sure your plastic surgeon will reaffirm that. For certain, as swelling goes down, the dilatation of the nostrils will reduce, the diameter will become smaller, and you will be more comfortable. Remember that it takes 3-4 months for most of the basic healing to take place in rhinoplasty surgery, just as it does in any body surgery, whether... more
Robert Kotler, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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